I love Italian food, it is absolutely yummy! The rich flavors tickle your taste buds, and the pasta fills your tummy without breaking the bank. This Penne Pasta Bake Recipe is super easy, and you can feed a family of five for less than $5!
Let’s get started with this delicious recipe!
Penne Pasta Bake Recipe with Caesar Salad
Serves 6-8
Supplies
- 13X9 Ceramic Baking Dish
- Strainer
- Can Opener
- Cheese Grater
- Large Cooking Spoon
Ingredients
- 1 box of Penne Pasta
- 1 can Tomato Sauce 16 oz
- 1 bag shredded Mozzarella
- 1/2 block Cheddar
- Oregano
- Italian Seasoning
Instructions
Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees
Put a large pot full of water on to boil. Once starts to have a rolling boil add penne pasta, and boil until done
While pasta is boiling, grate half a block of your favorite cheddar cheese. Set aside
On another burner, place tomato sauce in a sauce pan. Add Oregano and Italian seasoning to taste, leave on warm
After pasta is done boiling, strain and then place in 13X9 baking dish
Pour tomato sauce on top of pasta and mix until pasta is completely coated in sauce.
Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top of pasta until well coated. You can also add more seasoning on top if you like.
Place in the oven at 350 degrees for approximately 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
When it’s all done, enjoy this deliciously easy Penne Pasta Bake Recipe. It makes more than enough for a family of five. We always have leftovers, and it’s even better heated up the next day!
Katrina Brady says
I love this. Simple, economical and looks yummy. Pasta is a favorite of mine too 🙂
Crunchy Frugalista says
It is very yummy. I had more for lunch today!! If I am cooking it’s gonna be simple lol.